Tangerang, Indonesia—A short circuit in the electrical wiring caused a fire that killed two people in a residential neighborhood on Wednesday. The blaze broke out before dawn while the occupants were asleep. Neighbors heard loud popping sounds followed by thick smoke pouring from the roof.

Firefighters arrived on the scene within ten minutes of the first alarm. They managed to prevent the flames from spreading to adjacent properties. Despite their speed, the interior of the house was destroyed by the time the fire was fully extinguished.

The bodies were discovered in the back bedroom after the fire department searched the wreckage. Medical teams transported the victims to the local morgue for identification. Relatives gathered at the police cordon as the news spread through the street.

Preliminary investigations by the local electricity provider point to faulty wiring in the ceiling. The insulation around the main circuit breaker showed signs of melting. Investigators are collecting samples from the debris to confirm the exact point of ignition.

The local fire chief stated that the lack of fire extinguishers contributed to the rapid escalation of the event. Many homes in this density of the city do not meet current fire safety standards. Inspectors are expected to conduct a sweep of the neighborhood later this week.

This incident has prompted calls for a mandatory inspection of residential electrical systems. City officials have promised to provide resources to help low-income households upgrade their power connections. These promises have been met with skepticism by some long-term residents.

Police have closed off the street to allow forensic teams to examine the structural integrity of the home. The house is currently being treated as a crime scene until investigators rule out foul play. The local police chief confirmed that the investigation is strictly focused on accidental causes.

Grief has gripped the community as family members begin the process of burial arrangements. Authorities are urging the public to avoid overloading power outlets during the current high-temperature season. The investigation into the incident will remain open until the final forensic report is filed.